Piaget Bracelet Watch Ref. 12101 B11 | 18k White Gold | Lapis Lazuli Dial | NOS

Description

This Piaget Ref. 12101 B11 comes from the brand’s golden period of ultra-refined bracelet watches, when Piaget treated timepieces as complete objects, not just movements in cases. Made in 1980, this watch sits right at the intersection of high jewelry and serious Swiss watchmaking.

The 18k white gold case measures approximately 33.5 mm and wears beautifully thanks to its slim profile and perfectly circular form. Everything flows. Case, bezel, crown, bracelet, and clasp are all solid white gold, designed as one continuous piece rather than separate components stitched together.

The lapis lazuli dial is the focal point. Deep blue, naturally flecked, and unmistakably stone, not paint. Each lapis dial is unique, and this one has strong color saturation with a balanced, natural pattern. Against white gold, the contrast is subtle but powerful. This is Piaget doing luxury quietly, assuming the wearer understands what they’re looking at.

Unlike many earlier Piaget jewelry watches, this reference is powered by an automatic movement, adding everyday practicality without compromising elegance. It’s a detail collectors appreciate, especially in a fully integrated bracelet watch.

This example is in mint condition, with original caseback stickers still attached. That alone places it in a very small category. These watches were worn, enjoyed, and polished over decades. Finding one preserved like this is genuinely uncommon.

Specifications

• Brand: Piaget
• Model: Bracelet Watch
• Reference: 12101 B11
• Year: 1980
• Movement: Automatic
• Case Material: 18k white gold
• Case Diameter: Approx. 33.5 mm
• Case Shape: Round
• Dial: Natural lapis lazuli stone
• Crystal: Sapphire
• Crown: 18k white gold
• Bracelet: Integrated 18k white gold bracelet
• Clasp: Integrated 18k white gold jewelry clasp
• Condition: Mint, with original caseback stickers attached
• Water Resistance: Not guaranteed due to age

Condition Report

• Dial: Original lapis lazuli dial in exceptional condition with rich color and natural stone patterning.
• Case: 18k white gold case in mint condition with factory caseback stickers still present.
• Bracelet: Original integrated white gold bracelet in excellent condition with strong flexibility and no visible wear.
• Clasp: Original jewelry clasp functioning correctly and cleanly.
• Crystal: Sapphire crystal clear and free from visible marks.
• Movement: Automatic movement running smoothly and keeping steady time.

Historical Significance

By 1980, Piaget had fully established itself as the master of ultra-thin movements and precious-metal bracelet watches. References like the 12101 B11 reflect that maturity. Stone dials, automatic calibres, integrated gold bracelets, and restrained proportions were not trends for Piaget, they were core identity. Mint-condition examples with untouched casebacks are extremely rare and sit at the top end of collectibility. For collectors who value preservation, material quality, and design cohesion, this reference delivers all three without shouting.